Halifax Community College is a public, two-year college within the North Carolina Community College System. The campus is located in Weldon, North Carolina, near the southern Virginia border. This rural area of the state features beautiful Lake Gaston and is situated on I-95, within a 1-3 hour drive from the coast, mountains, and larger metropolitan areas. The College serves Halifax County and part of Northampton County with a population of approximately 65,000 people.
Established in 1967, Halifax Community College is one of the oldest in the North Carolina Community College System, offering associate’s degree programs and continuing education. Halifax Community College is also a member of the American Association of Community Colleges, the North Carolina Community College System, and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
In 2023, Dr. Patrena Benton Elliott became Halifax Community College’s sixth and first female president.
Dr. Patrena Benton Elliott, President/CEO
Dr. Levy Brown, VP of Academic, Student Success and Strategy
Ms. Sharda Britt, Exec. Asst. to the President & Board of Trustees
Dr. Jennifer Jones, Executive Director of HCC Foundation
Dr. Sinclair Nicholson, VP of Workforce Development & Operations
Ms. Renee Saunders, VP of Administrative Services/Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
The Board of Trustees is a dedicated group of individuals responsible for guiding and overseeing the strategic direction and governance of Halifax Community College, ensuring its mission and values are upheld with integrity and transparency. Comprised of experienced professionals from diverse backgrounds, they collectively contribute their expertise to steer the HCC towards its goals.
Chairman
Appointed by the Halifax County Board of Commissioners
2023-2027
Vice Chairman
Appointed by the Board of Education
2023-2027
Appointed by the Halifax County Board of Commissioners
2022-2026
Appointed by the NC House of Representatives
2025-2029
Appointed by the NC Senate
2025-2029
Appointed by the NC Governor’s Office
2022-2026
Appointed by the Northampton County Board of Commissioners
2024-2028
Appointed by the Halifax County Board of Commissioners
2024-2028
Appointed by the NC House of Representatives
2024-2028
Northampton County Commissioners
Appointed
2024-2026
Appointed by the NC Senate
2024-2028
Appointed by the Board of Education
Appointed
2022-2026
Appointed by the NC Governor
2023-2027
Appointed by the Northampton
2025-2026
Appointed by the NC House of Representatives
2025-2029
Student Government Association Appointed
The Halifax Community College Foundation serves as a vital pillar of support, facilitating fundraising efforts and stewarding philanthropic contributions to advance the institution’s mission and initiatives. Through strategic partnerships and donor engagement, the Foundation plays a crucial role in enhancing educational opportunities and bolstering the college’s long-term sustainability.
HCC strives to meet the diverse needs of our community by providing high-quality, accessible, and affordable education, training and services for a rapidly changing and globally competitive marketplace.
HCC will continue to be a catalyst for educational, cultural and economic progress in the Roanoke Valley by anticipating and responding to the needs of an evolving global community.
Institutional Research & Effectiveness is dedicated to gathering, analyzing, and interpreting data to inform strategic decision-making and enhance organizational performance within the college. Through rigorous evaluation and assessment, they ensure accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement across academic, administrative, and operational areas.
Due to severe weather expectations: HCC will close at 12:00 noon today 3/5/2025. Please be safe
